(2023-08-18). The West vs Russia — Was It All Inevitable? orinocotribune.com By Paul Atkin — Aug 15, 2023 | This look at Mike Phipp's review of Gilbert Achar's The New Cold War- The United States, Russia and China from Kosovo to Ukraine, is because it represents an archetype of the thinking among sections of the Left that have fallen into becoming cheerleaders for NATO; despite their recognition that, as the author approvingly quotes Achar it "continues to push, global relations in the worst possible direction, (my emphasis) at a time when the world should be focused on fighting the greatest threats that humanity has ever faced short of a nuclear Armageddon—climate change and p…
(2023-08-18). The West vs Russia — Was It All Inevitable? orinocotribune.com By Paul Atkin — Aug 15, 2023 | This look at Mike Phipp's review of Gilbert Achar's The New Cold War- The United States, Russia and China from Kosovo to Ukraine, is because it represents an archetype of the thinking among sections of the Left that have fallen into becoming cheerleaders for NATO; despite their recognition that, as the author approvingly quotes Achar it "continues to push, global relations in the worst possible direction, (my emphasis) at a time when the world should be focused on fighting the greatest threats that humanity has ever faced short of a nuclear Armageddon—climate change and p…
(2023-08-18). Central Asia: the prime battlefield in the New Great Game. thealtworld.com So long as Russia and China remain the region's dominant political and economic powers, the Central Asian heartland will remain a US and EU target for threats, bribes, and color revolutions. | Samarkand, Uzbekistan — The historical Heartland — or Central Eurasia — already is, and will continue to be, the prime battlefield in the New Great Game, fought between the United States and the China-Russia strategic partnership. | The original Great Game pitted the British and Russian empires in the late 19th century, and in fact, never got away: it just metastasized into the US-UK entente versus the USSR…
(2023-08-18). The BRICS Have Changed the Balance of Forces, but They Will Not by Themselves Change the World. dissidentvoice.org 
Mao Xuhui (China), '92 Paternalism, 1992 In 2003, high officials from Brazil, India, and South Africa met in Mexico to discuss their mutual interests in the trade of pharmaceutical drugs. India was and is one of the world's largest producers of various drugs, including those used to treat HIV-AIDS; Brazil and South Africa were both …
(2023-08-18). The BRICS have changed the balance of forces, but they will not by themselves change the World: The Thirty Third Newsletter (2023). mronline.org 
Despite the limitations of the BRICS project, it is clear that the increase in South-South trade and the development of Southern institutions (for development financing, for instance) challenges the neo-colonial system even if it does not immediately transcend it.
(2023-08-18). The BRICS Have Changed the Balance of Forces, but They Will Not by Themselves Change the World. dissidentvoice.org Mao Xuhui (China), '92 Paternalism, 1992 In 2003, high officials from Brazil, India, and South Africa met in Mexico to discuss their mutual interests in the trade of pharmaceutical drugs. India was and is one of the world's largest producers of various drugs, including those used to treat HIV-AIDS; Brazil and South Africa were both …
(2023-08-18). The BRICS have changed the balance of forces, but they will not by themselves change the World: The Thirty Third Newsletter (2023). mronline.org Despite the limitations of the BRICS project, it is clear that the increase in South-South trade and the development of Southern institutions (for development financing, for instance) challenges the neo-colonial system even if it does not immediately transcend it.
(2023-08-18). Documents Show Taiwan Working With FBI to Prosecute Chinese Americans, Intimidate US Politicians. mintpressnews.com 
Official documents reviewed by MintPress show that the government of Taiwan is attempting to drum up anti-China hostility, intimidate American politicians and is even working with the FBI to spy on Chinese Americans.
(2023-08-18). Dazzling drone show presents revitalization of Shenyang. ecns.cn Drones fly in formation to create different images above Hunhe River in Shenyang, northeast China's Liaoning Province, Aug. 17, 2023.
(2023-08-18). Dazzling drone show presents revitalization of Shenyang. ecns.cn Drones fly in formation to create different images above Hunhe River in Shenyang, northeast China's Liaoning Province, Aug. 17, 2023.
(2023-08-18). Guest Opinion: China's Economy Is Not About To Collapse. orinocotribune.com 
By Xin Ping — Jul 14, 2023 | It is good to see that the Chinese government, having drawn many lessons from the financial crisis in transatlantic countries triggered by the Lehman Brothers, has adopted an innovation-driven strategy of pursuing high-end, intelligent and green growth. | Recently, the Chinese government released economic data for the first five months of 2023, which indicated that China's economy as a whole has continued its post-COVID recovery, even though the rebound in April and May was less than expected. | There comes the same old cliche: When the data of the Chinese economy are less satisf…
(2023-08-18). 'Bidenomics' aims for global green transition, but it's hampered by anti-China strategy. peoplesworld.org 
This is the third installment in a three-part series analyzing the set of policies dubbed "Bidenomics" by the Biden administration and the Democratic Party. In the series, author John Bachtell argues the economic initiatives of the Biden presidency are a break from the neoliberal orthodoxy that's dominated policymaking in Washington for decades. Part one and …
(2023-08-18). 'Bidenomics' aims for global green transition, but it's hampered by anti-China strategy. peoplesworld.org This is the third installment in a three-part series analyzing the set of policies dubbed "Bidenomics" by the Biden administration and the Democratic Party. In the series, author John Bachtell argues the economic initiatives of the Biden presidency are a break from the neoliberal orthodoxy that's dominated policymaking in Washington for decades. Part one and …
(2023-08-18). Equestrian feats staged in Lhasa to celebrate Shoton Festival. ecns.cn Tibetan horse riders performed"ÄÄequestrian feats to celebrate the traditional Shoton Festival"ÄÄin Lhasa, southwest China's Tibet Autonomous Region on Thursday.
(2023-08-18). Young Chinese embrace slow travel. ecns.cn As the summer blazes across the country, a remarkable shift in travel preference is sweeping China's young population. For these travelers, gone are the days of cookie-cutter tours.
(2023-08-18). Liver cancer diagnostic model developed by Chinese doctor benefits over 300,000. ecns.cn A Chinese doctor has developed a liver cancer diagnostic model, which is used to assess the risk of liver cancer in patients with chronic hepatitis B. This model has been freely promoted and used in dozens of Class A hospitals across China, benefiting over 300,000 patients, China News Network learned on Friday.
(2023-08-18). China opposes UN Security Coucil's consideration of the human rights situation in the DPRK: envoy. ecns.cn China opposes the UN Security Council's consideration of the human rights situation in the Democratic People's Republic of Korea (DPRK), said Geng Shuang, China's deputy permanent representative to the United Nations, at a session of the UN Security Council on Thursday.
(2023-08-18). China resumes some beef imports from South Africa. ecns.cn Chinese customs and agricultural authorities on Thursday resumed imports of beef from some areas in South Africa that are free of foot-and-mouth disease, following close cooperation between authorities of the two countries to address relevant issues.
(2023-08-18). Tree-ripen durians hit Chinese market. ecns.cn South China's Hainan Province has introduced a new variety of durians: the tree-ripened species. It has golden yellow flesh and is very full-flavored.
(2023-08-18). China to release commemorative coins for two national parks. ecns.cn
(2023-08-18). New arrival giant pandas meet public in Hanghzou. ecns.cn Giant pandas Chun Sheng and Xiang Guo play at Hangzhou Zoo in east China's Jiangsu Province, Aug. 18, 2023.
(2023-08-18). China responds to US military activities. plenglish.com Beijing, Aug 18 (Prensa Latina) China responded on Friday to the biodefense report published by the United States recently, and described that country as the most suspicious in carrying out military activities.
(2023-08-18). "Decuple", "De-risk", or "Strengthen"? Big Cracks in the West's China Policy. journal-neo.org
(2023-08-18). Territorial disputes over the South China Sea resound with renewed vigor. journal-neo.org
(2023-08-18). Anti-China Brainwashing Is the Fast-Track to War. Mike Whitney. globalresearch.ca
(2023-08-18). China responds to US military activities. plenglish.com Beijing, Aug 18 (Prensa Latina) China responded on Friday to the biodefense report published by the United States recently, and described that country as the most suspicious in carrying out military activities.
(2023-08-18). "Decuple", "De-risk", or "Strengthen"? Big Cracks in the West's China Policy. journal-neo.org
(2023-08-18). Territorial disputes over the South China Sea resound with renewed vigor. journal-neo.org
(2023-08-18). Anti-China Brainwashing Is the Fast-Track to War. Mike Whitney. globalresearch.ca
(2023-08-18). U.S.-Mexico trade tensions. america.cgtn.com 
The U.S. has escalated a trade dispute with Mexico over genetically modified corn, imports of which Mexico banned in June over health concerns. What does this mean for diplomatic relations in the region?
(2023-08-18). Lahaina begins recovery after wildfires. america.cgtn.com 
After losing everything, many Lahaina residents are attempting recovery efforts. As the death toll continues to climb, many more are still missing…
(2023-08-18). Using AI to help fight wildfires. america.cgtn.com 
The deadly wildfire in Hawaii has raised questions about detecting fires and alerting people in a timely manner. A new pilot program in California is using AI to try and help. The program aims to identify wildfires and reduce emergency response times.
(2023-08-18). Trump's Georgia indictment. america.cgtn.com 
Former U.S. President Donald Trump and 18 other defenders indicted this week in Georgia, have one week to turn themselves in to authorities. They're accused of trying to overturn the 2020 election. CGTN's Sean Callebs explains what this trial could be like.
(2023-08-18). Trump's Georgia indictment. america.cgtn.com Former U.S. President Donald Trump and 18 other defenders indicted this week in Georgia, have one week to turn themselves in to authorities. They're accused of trying to overturn the 2020 election. CGTN's Sean Callebs explains what this trial could be like.
(2023-08-18). U.S.-Mexico trade tensions. america.cgtn.com The U.S. has escalated a trade dispute with Mexico over genetically modified corn, imports of which Mexico banned in June over health concerns. What does this mean for diplomatic relations in the region?
(2023-08-18). Lahaina begins recovery after wildfires. america.cgtn.com After losing everything, many Lahaina residents are attempting recovery efforts. As the death toll continues to climb, many more are still missing…
(2023-08-18). Using AI to help fight wildfires. america.cgtn.com The deadly wildfire in Hawaii has raised questions about detecting fires and alerting people in a timely manner. A new pilot program in California is using AI to try and help. The program aims to identify wildfires and reduce emergency response times.
(2023-08-18). Rusia y China ejecutan ejercicios navales en el Pacífico. telesurtv.net Moscú y Beijing continúan estrechando sus relaciones y abogan por una mayor cooperación militar.
(2023-08-18). Al menos nueve muertos deja incendio en el sur de China. telesurtv.net El edificio afectado tenía una superficie de unos 240 metros cuadrados, de acuerdo con medios locales chinos.
(2023-08-18). Rusia y China ejecutan ejercicios navales en el Pacífico. telesurtv.net Moscú y Beijing continúan estrechando sus relaciones y abogan por una mayor cooperación militar.
(2023-08-18). Al menos nueve muertos deja incendio en el sur de China. telesurtv.net El edificio afectado tenía una superficie de unos 240 metros cuadrados, de acuerdo con medios locales chinos.